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Judgement expected TODAY in Darlington nurses trans row tribunal
Judgment is expected on Friday in the legal challenge brought by nurses over a transgender colleague’s use of the female changing-rooms at work.
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Here's what the Met Office says about Darlington's weekend weather
The Met Office has issued the following weather forecast for Darlington and County Durham for the weekend.
Offers, discounts and deals for Durham foodies as Restaurant Week returns
Durham Restaurant Week is returning at the end of January with deals across the city from budget venues to fine dining establishments.
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Durham’s Faru Stars in Neven Maguire’s New TV Series Showcasing the North East Food Scene
The North East’s food scene is gaining international attention thanks to Irish celebrity chef Neven Maguire’s new TV series, and Durham’s Faru restaurant is featured in the line‑up. In Neven’s North East England Food Tour, the chef showcases the region’s exceptional culinary offerings an...
Durham allotments site could be set for expansion after plans lodged
Allotments in Newton Hall, Durham, could be set to expand after plans were submitted by Durham County Council.
Durham Police officer could face sack over inappropriate and racist comment claims
Sarah Downs, a Durham Police officer is accused of using "inappropriate and racist" language towards a colleague and could face the sack.
Esh Construction appointed to deliver £2m scheme to retrofit homes
Esh Construction has been awarded a £2 million contract to retrofit homes across County Durham, delivering energy efficiency upgrades under Durham County Council’s Warmer Homes: Local Government Grant scheme.
County Durham village residents reconnected to power supply after six weeks of issues
Some houses in the DL15 postcode in Stanley Crook, County Durham, have been having power issues since the end of November last year.
Darlington woman admits role in Shildon knifepoint robbery and faces prison sentence
A woman is facing a prison sentence after admitting being an accomplice in a knifepoint robbery at a County Durham convenience store.
Durham council praised for 'strong direction and stability' after Reform takeover
An external review of the North East’s largest council praised its financial stability and performance.
Final steel signed as £20.7m County Durham academy revamp progresses
A steel signing ceremony has marked progress in the £20.7 million redevelopment of Durham Academy, part of the Department for Education’s School Rebuilding Programme.
North East bus fares set to change this weekend as new prices announced
Bus passengers in Darlington and across County Durham will see changes in bus fares as new prices come into effect across the North East this weekend.
Rapist and murderer of schoolgirl dies in County Durham prison
Viktor Dembovskis who raped and murdered a schoolgirl in London has died in County Durham's HMP Frankland.
Road closures set for County Durham over the next two weeks
Drivers in County Durham should prepare for several upcoming road closures as essential works are set to take place.
County Durham pub to expand with two new North East locations in 'amazing' move
The Farmers Arms in Shadforth is set to expand with two new venues in Low Pittington and North Shields, set to open later this year.
County Durham residents urged to join Big Garden Birdwatch - here's how
County Durham residents are encouraged to join the Big Garden Birdwatch, the world’s largest garden wildlife survey.
Record Crowds Enjoy Fe‑Fi‑Fo‑Fun at Gala Durham’s Winter Pantomime Season
Audiences turned out in droves for a season of fe‑fi‑fo‑FUN at a Durham City theatre this winter, with more than 22,000 people enjoying the venue’s latest family production. Written by Gary Kitching and directed by Jacob Anderton, Jack and the Beanstalk at Gala Durham delighted crowds across...
Cuts to Durham neighbourhood wardens could threaten safety, PCC and residents warn
Concerns have been raised over proposals to cut the number of neighbourhood wardens in County Durham.
Man used packet of biscuits as ruse in Durham Prison drug smuggling bid
A man tried to discreetly pass a drug package to a serving inmate during a Durham Prison visit, using an opened packet of biscuits as a ruse to distract a monitoring officer.
North East restaurant set for 'unexpected' stardom on Irish TV after visit from celebrity chef
A popular restaurant in the North East will soon be seen by TV viewers in the Emerald Isle after a visit from an Irish star